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Ce Monsieur Courbet, fait des figures ... vulgaires ...

Honoré Daumier

National Gallery of Art

The image shows six individuals engaged in conversation. The main focal point is on a middle-aged man wearing a top hat and a suit with a bowtie, reaching his hand out. He is surrounded by another man to his right and another man to his left, who is holding a hat. To the right of these central figures is a woman wearing a bonnet and shawl. All individuals are depicted in a rough sketch style with exaggerated expressions. The background includes smaller figures wearing similar hats and coats, indicating a gathering or event. Text at the top reads "L'EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE."

Artwork Details

Date
1855
Medium
lithograph
Dimensions
4000 × 3400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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